Angelina County Tax Office Reopens Monday After Software Migration
The Angelina County tax office reopens Monday, August 18 after closing August 11 through 15 for a software migration and staff training.
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Trinity County Approves Preliminary 2027 Budget With Cuts in Every Department
Trinity County commissioners cut funding in every department to file a preliminary 2027 budget ahead of the August 15 state deadline.
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Search for Missing Shelby County Man Ends in Tragedy Near Joaquin
Joseph Pate, 76, was found dead Saturday morning in the Fellowship Community near Joaquin after being reported missing Friday evening.
Polk County Commissioners Approve New Tax Rate for 2026
Polk County commissioners approved a tax rate of $0.6300 per $100 valuation during their regular meeting Tuesday.
Heat and High Fire Danger Grip East Texas This Week
Heat index values near 105 and dry, breezy conditions are driving High to Very High fire danger across East Texas this week.
Nacogdoches County Weighs Tax Rate Increase to Close Worker Pay Gaps
Nacogdoches County commissioners are weighing a tax rate increase in the 2027 budget to close employee pay gaps and update aging IT systems.
Nacogdoches County Sets New Rules for Animals and Political Signs on County Property
Nacogdoches County commissioners enacted new policies this week restricting animals in county buildings and political signs on county property.
Habitat for Humanity Breaks Ground on Lufkin Affordable Housing Subdivision
Habitat for Humanity of Deep East Texas broke ground Thursday on the Denman Heights Subdivision in Lufkin, a project that could add up to 10 affordable homes.
Conroe Council Falls Short on Putting Flock Camera Question on November Ballot
Conroe City Council fell short of the three votes needed Thursday to place a binding proposition about the city’s Flock Safety license plate cameras on the November ballot.
Lufkin Names Hometown Attorney Whitney Duke Danner as New City Attorney
Lufkin native Whitney Duke Danner becomes the city’s new city attorney on Aug. 26 after a formal search and a closed session council vote.